Elevating Southeast Asia’s M&A Landscape: An Exclusive Interview with Daniel Ibasco, President and CEO of Fortman Cline Capital Markets
In this exclusive interview, Daniel Ibasco, President and CEO of Fortman Cline Capital Markets (FCCM), shares his insights on steering one of Southeast Asia’s premier boutique investment banks. With over 30 years in the financial industry, Ibasco reflects on FCCM’s journey, including milestone deals, strategic diversification, and the firm’s client-first philosophy. Under his leadership, FCCM has closed over USD 20 billion in transactions and earned the 2024 “Best M&A Boutique Firm - Southeast Asia” award from the Global Brand Frontier Awards. He emphasizes innovation, entrepreneurial culture, and regional expansion as key drivers of success, while sharing his vision for a dynamic M&A future in ASEAN.